Keeping Your Passwords Strong and Secure

Computer passwords are the keys that “unlock” our computer and network systems. We all have more passwords than we can remember. This tends to make us a bit lazy. We use obvious and easy-to-remember passwords – even the word “password” itself. Or worse: we don’t use them at a… Read More +

Mobile Device Security: Has Your Client's Smartphone Been Hacked?

If you're a litigator, cell phones can be a powerful tool in discovery. They may contain a client's (or opposing party's) text messages, e-mails, GPS data, personal photographs, social media, data files and let’s not forget - they also contain phone call records.  Modern smartphones do so many things… Read More +

Emergency Planning – Thinking About the Unthinkable

In the spring of 2012, Raleigh attorney Alan Barnes[1] was at the top of his game.  He was 58 and had spent years building a thriving practice.  His work included trusts and estates, general business, and real estate matters.  In a moment, everything stopped when Alan suffered a massive stroke. … Read More +